Business Economics (Economics) | CRACKER by Ritu Gupta, now in its 15th Edition (2025), is a comprehensive exam-oriented book designed specifically for CA Foundation and other commerce-related professional exams. This updated edition provides complete concept clarity, extensive practice, and a concise revision tool, aligning perfectly with the latest ICAI syllabus and covering all key topics of Micro and Macro Economics relevant for examinations.
It combines conceptual learning with practice-oriented content, enabling students to build a strong foundation in economic principles and apply them effectively to business scenarios.
🔍 Key Features:
📚 Complete Coverage:
Covers the entire syllabus prescribed by the ICAI for CA Foundation Paper 4 (Business Economics), including all latest amendments and updates applicable for 2025 exams.🎯 Exam-Focused Approach:
Structured strictly as per the ICAI examination pattern — includes chapter-wise theory questions, MCQs, past exam papers, and RTP/MTP coverage.💡 Conceptual Clarity with Practical Insight:
Complex topics are explained in simple and easy-to-understand language, supported with real-world business examples, graphs, and tables to make learning intuitive.🧩 Question Bank with Solutions:
Includes ICAI Past Year Questions, Practice MCQs, and Objective-type Questions with step-by-step explanations.📊 Updated with Latest Economic Data & Trends:
Reflects recent developments in Indian and global economic conditions, including government policies, inflation trends, fiscal changes, and monetary updates relevant to business decision-making.📈 Rapid Revision Summary:
Each chapter ends with ‘Quick Revision Notes’ for last-minute preparation and retention of key concepts.💼 Practical Orientation:
Focuses on the application of economic theories in real business contexts, helping students understand how economics influences managerial and financial decision-making.
📘 Coverage at a Glance:
Part A – Business Economics
Nature and Scope of Business Economics
Theory of Demand and Supply
Theory of Production and Cost
Price Determination in Different Markets
Business Cycles and Macroeconomic Indicators
Part B – Business and Commercial Knowledge (BCK)
Introduction to Business and Commercial Knowledge
Business Environment and Forms of Business Organization
Government Policies for Business Growth
Organizations Facilitating Business
Common Business Terminologies
🎓 Recommended For:
CA Foundation Students preparing for Paper 4: Business Economics & BCK.
Commerce and Management Students (B.Com, BBA, MBA) seeking conceptual clarity in applied economics.
Academicians & Trainers for classroom instruction and test preparation.
Competitive Exam Aspirants (like CS, CMA Foundation, or Banking Exams) focusing on microeconomic and macroeconomic fundamentals.
⭐ Why This Book?
Authored by Ritu Gupta, an expert in CA education, known for her exam-focused and student-friendly approach.
Incorporates ICAI’s latest question trends and economic policy changes till 2025.
Provides ‘Learn + Practice + Revise’ format — ideal for both first-time learners and quick revision before exams.
